Fire Protection Estimator

Guardian Fire Services; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Houston Fire & Security is a full-service fire protection company providing design, installation, repair, inspection, and maintenance of commercial fire protection systems in the Houston area.

We are seeking a reliable Fire Protection Sales/Estimator to join our team in Humble, TX. The role involves estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm and low voltage systems, with opportunities to take on mid-size projects independently.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and estimating software.
• Ability to create basic fire alarm layouts and perform material take-offs.
• Experience in estimating fire alarm and low voltage systems preferred.
• Reading and interpreting NFPA and NEC codes for estimates.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and prepare proposals for fire alarm and low voltage systems.
• Lay out bids, complete material takeoffs, obtain vendor pricing.
• Review RFPs and drawings to determine scope of work and content of estimates.
• Prepare fire alarm system take-offs and solicit subcontractor bids.
• Assemble estimating spreadsheets and support other departments as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver's License

Tools

NFPA codes

NEC codes

Job description

Humble, TX | Full-Time

About Us

Houston Fire & Security is a highly respected full-service fire protection company that offers exceptional fire safety solutions for a diverse range of fire protection systems. We provide comprehensive services, including design, installation, repair, inspection, and maintenance, for commercial fire protection systems. With the ever-changing codes and regulations, we assist you in ensuring that your building complies with the latest standards. Whether it’s a mid-rise commercial or high-rise commercial building, we provide regularly scheduled fire protection inspections and maintenance to maintain the optimal functionality of your system.

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Fire Protection Sales/ Estimator to join our team within the area! If you are self-motivated, skilled, good soled, work hard, and a team player – you have found your match within our company.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm and low voltage systems
• Laying out bids, completing material takeoffs, and obtaining vendor pricing
• Perform basic calculations and code research
• Review RFP’s, specifications, basic design and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Prepare fire alarm system take-offs
• Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotes
• Assemble estimating spreadsheets
• Support other department personnel as required
• Estimate small to medium sized projects independently
• Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, architectural, structural & mechanical drawings

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in design or estimating in the fire alarm industry.
• Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA and NEC Code.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and estimating software.
• Ability to create basic fire alarm layouts and perform material take-offs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to use independent judgement
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to deliver high-quality results by deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a team as well as independently
• Able to walk construction sites and heavy industrial sites including climbing stairs and ladders
• Estimating Kitchen suppression systems and other fire protection systems a plus.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay: Compensation tailored to your experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Future Savings: A 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Generous Time Off: Paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Training and growth opportunities to help you advance.

We Value All Experiences

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we’re looking for.

We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem-solving and more creative thinking, so we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Houston Fire & Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources or the hiring manager.